Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC)
The cities of Ontario, Chino, and Montclair have partnered establish the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire, a full-service animal services agency providing both animal control and sheltering services to member agencies.
ARC Animal Care Facility
*Closed on federal holidays*
Sunday–Saturday:
9:00 AM–6:00 PM
November Adoption Special
Adoptable or Lost Pets
Interested in adopting or fostering a pet? Looking for a lost pet?
Pet Licensing
Pet licensing fees are established by each of the partner cities and ARC follows their guidelines.
Want to license your pet or renew your pet's license?
Foster and Volunteer Opportunities
Want to volunteer at the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire?
Want to foster at the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire?
ARC Service Area Maps
ARC began servicing Montclair on June 18, 2025. ARC began servicing Chino, Ontario, and unincorporated areas of San Bernardino County on July 1, 2025.
ARC Animal Services Area ARC Unincorporated Area ARC Chino AreaAbout Us
Mission
The Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of animals and the people who love them by establishing a network of resources tailored for the communities that we serve. We are committed to ensuring comprehensive stewardship of animals through essential animal welfare services, community education, and cooperative partnerships.
Vision
A life-saving community that redefines animal welfare.
Values
Accessibility | Collaboration | Compassion | Innovation | Integrity
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On July 16, 2024, the Ontario City Council approved the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) to establish the West-End Animal Services Agency (WEASA), DBA Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire (ARC).
For several years, the City of Ontario has contracted with the Inland Valley Humane Society (IVHS) to provide animal services. This contract will end on June 30, 2025.
As a result, the City of Ontario partnered with the City of Chino to establish WEAS, which will be a full-service animal services agency providing both animal control and sheltering services to member agencies.
Leadership
ARC Board of Directors:
- Chair, Paul Leon – City of Ontario
- Vice Chair, Curtis Burton – City of Chino
- Member, John Dutrey – City of Montclair
- Member, Curt Hagman – San Bernadino County
- Member, Peter Rogers - City of Chino Hills
ARC Board Updates
The application for the Friends of ARC, 501(c)3 Board of Directors has now closed. Applications will be scored and forwarded to the ARC board of directors for their final recommendations. Their recommendations will be finalized during the October 7th, 2025, ARC board meeting.